Nintendo faces pressure to raise the Nintendo Switch 2 console price due to being sold at a loss, amidst a declining share price. Despite selling 17 million consoles as of December 31, the company may increase the price by $50-$100 to reduce losses. This move could impact the console's rollout, currently at 17 million units sold in its first year.
Shigeru Miyamoto has imposed a ban on "dirty jokes" in The Super Mario Movie franchise, citing a desire to protect children's innocence. Despite this, Wario, known for his crude humor, may still appear in future films. The franchise's box office success, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie earning $898 million, ensures sequels are likely, with a potential 2029 release for the third major Mario film.
Nintendo's former president sheds light on the company's stance against discounts, citing the value of "complete games." This approach has been a hallmark of Nintendo's strategy across its platforms, including the Switch. The policy reflects Nintendo's commitment to game quality and player experience.
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé attributes the Wii U's poor performance to delayed exclusives and pressure from Xbox and PlayStation. The console's struggles led to a pivot in strategy, including the launch of microconsoles. Nintendo's swift recovery came with the Switch, which leveraged lessons from the Wii U.
Shigeru Miyamoto backs The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's rapid pace, likening it to his video game design approach of crafting "small, partial units" of entertainment. Despite critics' concerns that the film's quick cuts hinder memorable development, Miyamoto argues this style keeps the movie engaging, especially for kids. The movie is set to hit VOD platforms on May 19th.
Discover how Shigeru Miyamoto views Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link as "sort of a failure" and why Nintendo considers A Link to the Past the true sequel to the original Legend of Zelda. This insight sheds light on the series' evolution, especially as the franchise celebrates its 40th anniversary. With a remake of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and a live-action film on the horizon, understanding the past informs the future of the beloved series.
Nintendo's surprising decision to stop selling Wii and DS consoles on Amazon stems from high-pressure tactics for price competition — here's the story.
